The FN SCAR 15P is a short-barreled AR-pattern pistol chambered in .300 AAC Blackout with a 7.5-inch barrel and a 30-round capacity. It is finished in Flat Dark Earth and includes a Picatinny rail for optics and accessories. The 7.5-inch short-barreled configuration requires additional federal paperwork for transfer. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: FN 
• Model: SCAR 15P 
• Caliber: .300 AAC Blackout 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Barrel Length: 7.5 in 
• Capacity: 30 rd 
• Color/Finish: Flat Dark Earth (FDE) 
   

Detailed Features 

• 7.5-inch barrel in a compact AR-pattern configuration 
• Chambered in .300 AAC Blackout for suppressor compatibility 
• Picatinny rail for optics and accessory mounting 
• 30-round magazine capacity 
• Flat Dark Earth finish throughout

Owners of the SCAR 15P in .300 AAC Blackout frequently comment on the platform's build quality. The FN name carries real weight here, and the fit between upper and lower is noticeably tight compared to many AR-pattern builds. The Flat Dark Earth finish holds up well and the Picatinny rail placement gets consistent praise for versatility.

The 7.5-inch barrel makes the SCAR 15P genuinely compact, and owners who run it suppressed report the .300 Blackout chambering pairs well with that configuration. The trade-off is a loud, sharp report when fired unsuppressed, and muzzle rise is more pronounced than on longer-barreled versions. The pistol brace situation is a recurring topic in owner discussions.

Value perception on the SCAR 15P is mixed. The price is high relative to comparable AR-pattern pistols, and some owners feel the premium is justified by FN's manufacturing standards. Others note that aftermarket support is thinner than on standard AR-15 lowers, which frustrates those who want to customize heavily.